Community Cloud Engineer

SWATX

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Design & Implementation
• Architect and deploy VMware-based private cloud solutions, including vSphere, vSAN, NSX, NSX-T and VMware Cloud Director (VCD).
• Integrate VMware products with existing IT environments to ensure scalability and reliability.
• Service Operations & Management
• Manage day-to-day operations of private cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
• Monitor and maintain the VCD stack, including upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for architecture, processes, and configurations.
• Implement and manage backup and recovery solutions to ensure data protection and availability.
• Establish and manage monitoring systems to proactively identify and resolve performance and operational issues.
• Oversee patching and upgrading of private cloud infrastructure to maintain compliance, security, and optimal performance.
• Client Engagement & Solution Delivery
• Work closely with clients to understand their business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Provide expertise in private cloud migrations and workload optimizations.
• Serve as a point of escalation for critical issues, ensuring timely resolution and communication.
• Automation & Optimization
• Develop automation scripts and workflows using VMware tools like vRealize Orchestrator and PowerCLI.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaboration & Training
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including storage, networking, and security experts, to deliver integrated solutions.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior team members and clients technical teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor s degree in computer science or engineering.
• Technical Expertise:
• Extensive experience with VMware vSphere, vSAN, and VMware Cloud Director (VCD).
• Proficiency in VMware automation tools (e.g., Aria Suite, PowerCLI).
• Strong understanding of networking (e.g., NSX, NSX-T, VLANs, routing, firewalls) and storage solutions (SAN/NAS).
• Hands-on experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments is a plus.
• Certifications:
• VMware certifications such as VCP-DCV, VCAP-DCV, or VMware Cloud Management certifications are highly preferred.
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure in a client-facing role.
• Experience:
• Preferred banking experience
• 9+ years of experience in private cloud environments with a focus on VMware technologies.
• Prior experience in managed services or consulting environments is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with cloud-native technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Tanzu).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Ansible).
• Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Cloud Formation, CI/CD Pipeline).
• Knowledge of ITIL frameworks and service management best practices.